Edition 06 - 2024

Edition 6 of Abhivyakti is currently unfolding, amplifying Ahmedabad's creative landscape and showcasing an expanded roster of performers and innovative artistic expressions across multiple disciplines. Right now, the festival is bringing art to life with vibrant performances happening across the city.

Visual Arts

Music

Dance

Theatre

Mentor

Rajat Dholakia

Presented with numerous national awards and the composer of over 300 popular jingles, Rajat Dholakia, aka Juku, is a multi-faceted musician and sound designer. While he is primarily self-taught in the field of melodies, his musical routes trace back to a broad spectrum of influences. From Indian classical to Western classical to Gujarati and Hindi film music - Rajat’s harmonic rhythms have left remarkable footprints in all these genres! Currently working on composing Western classical and fusion symphonies, his accolades include the conferring of the National Film Award for the best music director for Dharavi in 1991 and for Sunday in 1992. A committed and dedicated music composer with his feet held firmly on the ground, but talent touching the skies, Rajat Dholakia profoundly navigated his musical path, carrying forward his melodious family legacy. Renowned for his work in Mirch Masala (1987), Holi (1985), and Firaaq (2008), his contribution to Bollywood by introducing Chattisgarhi music is a prominent milestone in both his career and the history of Bollywood music. He also collaborated with the music maestro, A.R. Rahman, on the song ‘Genda Phool’ (Delhi 6, 2009) bringing influences of Chattishgarhi music into the song. Another feather on his musical career cap is his sound design and music contribution to around 8000 commercial and public service films at national and international levels.

Curator

K Sumant

A luminary pianist and composer from the K. Music Conservatory, K. Sumant has spent over a decade transforming the Indian music landscape. Since 2005, he has masterfully blended classical virtuosity with contemporary innovation, collaborating across India's musical spectrum.

His magnum opus "Advaitam" for Abhivyakti Edition 5 exemplifies his visionary approach—a mesmerizing fusion of traditional melodies and modern sensibilities. His versatility further shines through his music direction for the Gujarati feature film "Yaa Devi Sarva Bhuteshu".

In Edition 6, Sumant continues to challenge musical boundaries, promising audiences a tantalizing journey of novel rhythms and authentic expression. More than a musician, he is a creative beacon inspiring peers and listeners to reimagine musical possibilities.

Explore more from Edition 05

Arts

Dance

Theatre

Visual Arts

Music

Dance

Theatre

Mentor

Rajat Dholakia

Presented with numerous national awards and the composer of over 300 popular jingles, Rajat Dholakia, aka Juku, is a multi-faceted musician and sound designer. While he is primarily self-taught in the field of melodies, his musical routes trace back to a broad spectrum of influences. From Indian classical to Western classical to Gujarati and Hindi film music - Rajat’s harmonic rhythms have left remarkable footprints in all these genres! Currently working on composing Western classical and fusion symphonies, his accolades include the conferring of the National Film Award for the best music director for Dharavi in 1991 and for Sunday in 1992. A committed and dedicated music composer with his feet held firmly on the ground, but talent touching the skies, Rajat Dholakia profoundly navigated his musical path, carrying forward his melodious family legacy. Renowned for his work in Mirch Masala (1987), Holi (1985), and Firaaq (2008), his contribution to Bollywood by introducing Chattisgarhi music is a prominent milestone in both his career and the history of Bollywood music. He also collaborated with the music maestro, A.R. Rahman, on the song ‘Genda Phool’ (Delhi 6, 2009) bringing influences of Chattishgarhi music into the song. Another feather on his musical career cap is his sound design and music contribution to around 8000 commercial and public service films at national and international levels.

Curator

K Sumant

A luminary pianist and composer from the K. Music Conservatory, K. Sumant has spent over a decade transforming the Indian music landscape. Since 2005, he has masterfully blended classical virtuosity with contemporary innovation, collaborating across India's musical spectrum.

His magnum opus "Advaitam" for Abhivyakti Edition 5 exemplifies his visionary approach—a mesmerizing fusion of traditional melodies and modern sensibilities. His versatility further shines through his music direction for the Gujarati feature film "Yaa Devi Sarva Bhuteshu".

In Edition 6, Sumant continues to challenge musical boundaries, promising audiences a tantalizing journey of novel rhythms and authentic expression. More than a musician, he is a creative beacon inspiring peers and listeners to reimagine musical possibilities.

Explore more from Edition 05

Arts

Dance

Theatre

Visual Arts

Music

Dance

Theatre

Mentor

Rajat Dholakia

Presented with numerous national awards and the composer of over 300 popular jingles, Rajat Dholakia, aka Juku, is a multi-faceted musician and sound designer. While he is primarily self-taught in the field of melodies, his musical routes trace back to a broad spectrum of influences. From Indian classical to Western classical to Gujarati and Hindi film music - Rajat’s harmonic rhythms have left remarkable footprints in all these genres! Currently working on composing Western classical and fusion symphonies, his accolades include the conferring of the National Film Award for the best music director for Dharavi in 1991 and for Sunday in 1992. A committed and dedicated music composer with his feet held firmly on the ground, but talent touching the skies, Rajat Dholakia profoundly navigated his musical path, carrying forward his melodious family legacy. Renowned for his work in Mirch Masala (1987), Holi (1985), and Firaaq (2008), his contribution to Bollywood by introducing Chattisgarhi music is a prominent milestone in both his career and the history of Bollywood music. He also collaborated with the music maestro, A.R. Rahman, on the song ‘Genda Phool’ (Delhi 6, 2009) bringing influences of Chattishgarhi music into the song. Another feather on his musical career cap is his sound design and music contribution to around 8000 commercial and public service films at national and international levels.

Curator

K Sumant

A luminary pianist and composer from the K. Music Conservatory, K. Sumant has spent over a decade transforming the Indian music landscape. Since 2005, he has masterfully blended classical virtuosity with contemporary innovation, collaborating across India's musical spectrum.

His magnum opus "Advaitam" for Abhivyakti Edition 5 exemplifies his visionary approach—a mesmerizing fusion of traditional melodies and modern sensibilities. His versatility further shines through his music direction for the Gujarati feature film "Yaa Devi Sarva Bhuteshu".

In Edition 6, Sumant continues to challenge musical boundaries, promising audiences a tantalizing journey of novel rhythms and authentic expression. More than a musician, he is a creative beacon inspiring peers and listeners to reimagine musical possibilities.

Explore more from Edition 05

Arts

Dance

Theatre

ONGOING EVENT

Abhivyakti Vadodara

17th January 2025 - 19th January 2025

Abhivyakti City Arts project is back to energize the City of Culture- Vadodara with fresh showcases across Music, Theatre, & Dance. Come join this celebration of Creativity and Expression!

ONGOING EVENT

Abhivyakti
Edition 06

17th January 2025 - 19th January 2025

Abhivyakti City Arts project is back to energize the City of Culture- Vadodara with fresh showcases across Music, Theatre, & Dance. Come join this celebration of Creativity and Expression!

ONGOING EVENT

Abhivyakti
Vadodara

17th January 2025 - 19th January 2025

Abhivyakti City Arts project is back to energize the City of Culture- Vadodara with fresh showcases across Music, Theatre, & Dance. Come join this celebration of Creativity and Expression!

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